Gard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gard Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10104 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOUISE GARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gard Lake Dam?
Gard Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gard Lake Dam?
Gard Lake Dam is owned by LOUISE GARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gard Lake Dam built?
Gard Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Gard Lake Dam?
Gard Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gard Lake Dam?
Gard Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.